Odyssey Classic Brochure - 980

ODYSSEY
INFRARED IMAGING SYSTEM
ACCURATE QUANTIFICATION
MULTIPLEX DETECTION
HIGH SENSITIVITY
DIRECT DETECTION
CLEAR DATA
WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATIONS
®
ODYSSEY
®
INFRARED IMAGING SYSTEM
Infrared Fluorescence
Upgrade to Quantitative Westerns
Direct infrared fluorescence detection on the Odyssey
Infrared Imaging System provides the established standard
for Western blot analysis that can’t be equaled with chemiluminescence and visible fluorescence. Infrared detection
gives you the quantitative analysis and wide linear dynamic
range that chemiluminescence cannot.
Strong and weak bands on the same blot are accurately
detected without the uncertainty and inconvenience of
multiple exposures, and without spending time in the
darkroom. The Odyssey System gives you clear, sharp,
reproducible bands without fuzziness or “blowout”. Bands
hidden by overexposure with chemiluminescence are clear
in Odyssey images.
Accurate Quantification
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Multiplex Detection
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Wide linear dynamic range
Normalization increases quantification accuracy
High Sensitivity
Equal to or better than chemiluminescence
Direct Detection
No film, darkroom, or messy substrates
No multiple exposures, re-scan membrane at any time
Clear Data
No loss of weak bands due to overexposed bands
Wide Range of Applications
Western blots, In-Cell Westerns™, Coomassie®
stained gels, DNA Gels,fluorescent gel-shift assays,
tissue imaging, in vivo imaging, whole organ imaging,
protein arrays, and more
Serial dilutions (10 ng to < 1 pg) of purified human transferrin (Tf)
were used to assess Western sensitivity. The Odyssey System,
using infrared fluorescence detection, reproducibly detected 1.2
pg of Tf, while only 4.9 - 9.8 pg was detected with chemiluminescence. Infrared detection sensitivity was approximately 200-fold
greater than previous studies with visible fluorophores (Cy®3, Cy®5,
or FITC).
The Odyssey System provides a flexible, multifunctional
This high background limits the sensitivity of visible fluores-
platform to accommodate a variety of applications, so you
cent systems and makes it nearly impossible to detect low-
get results faster. One example is the In-Cell Western™
abundance proteins at endogenous levels. At the infrared
assay, an immunocytochemical technique performed with
wavelengths detected by Odyssey, both autofluorescence
cultured cells in microtiter plates. This assay uses target-
and light scatter are dramatically reduced. The result is
specific antibodies to quantify protein levels in fixed cells.
the cleanest background, highest signal-to-noise ratios,
Accuracy, reproducibility, and throughput are all increased
and best detection sensitivity available with a fluorescent
by eliminating time-consuming, error prone steps such as
system.
lysate preparation and gel electrophoresis.
Cy3
(550 nm)
Cy5
(649 nm)
The Infrared Advantage
LI-COR
IRDye® 680LT
(680 nm)
LI-COR
IRDye® 800CW
(780 nm)
In the visible wavelength range used by most fluorescent
imaging systems, membranes and plastics produce high
background due to light scattering and autofluorescence.
Visible Fluorophores
400
Infrared Fluorophores
800
600
1000
Wavelength (nm)
Chemiluminescence/CCD Detection
Odyssey Infrared Detection
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Integrated Intensity
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Pixel Intensity
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A dot blot assay was used to compare the linear ranges of chemiluminescent and infrared fluorescent detection. Dilutions of mouse antibody were
spotted as antigen, and detected with HRP- or IRDye infrared dye-labeled goat anti-mouse antibodies. Chemiluminescent data were collected
using ECL substrate and a CCD camera with varying exposures; the infrared image was obtained in a single scan with the Odyssey System. For a
30 minute chemiluminescent exposure, the data set was linear over a 250-fold range. In contrast, infrared detection displayed a quantitative linear
range greater than 4000-fold (3.6 orders of magnitude). A paper detailing this study can be downloaded at www.licor.com/chemiccd.
Multiplex Western Detection
The two infrared fluorescent detection channels of the Odyssey System enable simultaneous two-color target analysis
– an advantage that’s not available with chemiluminescent or radioactive methods. Two-color Western analysis makes
normalization easy and eliminates error introduced by stripping and reprobing or by comparison of separate blots. Superior image clarity and detail make it easier to detect subtle mobility shifts caused by protein modifications such as
phosphorylation.
Mean Membrane Signal
Infrared vs. Visible Wavelength Membrane Background Fluorescence
Nitrocellulose and PVDF membranes
were scanned on the Odyssey Infrared
Imaging System at an Intensity = 5 for
both 700 and 800 nm wavelengths. The
same membranes were scanned at a
532 nm and 635 nm wavelength with a
PMT=500 on a GenePix® 4100A (Molecular Devices).
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700nm
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Wavelength
Unstimulated
Stimulated
1. Near-Infrared
a) Overlaid Images
Total ERK (800 nm)
Unstimulated
Stimulated
2. ECL Plex™
a) 532/633 Images
Total ERK (Cy5)
Phospho-ERK (700 nm)
Phospho-ERK (Cy3)
b) 800 nm Image
b) 633 nm Image
Total ERK (800 nm)
c) 700 nm Image
Phospho-ERK (700 nm)
Western Blot Analysis of ERK Activation
Comparison of Odyssey Detection to Visible Fluorescence
ERK1/2 and phospho-ERK were detected in lysates of unstimulated and EGF-stimulated A431 cells. Two fold serial dilutions of lysate
are shown.
Total ERK (Cy5)
c) 532 nm Image
Phospho-ERK (Cy3)
A. Odyssey Near-Infrared Images: The single-color images (1b & 1c)
were collected simultaneously. Images were overlaid (1a) to show
both total ERK and phospho-ERK (yellow color indicates overlap of
red and green signals). The mobility shift caused by phosphorylation
can be seen in the EGF-stimulated lysate.
B. Visible Fluorescence Images: 532 nm and 633 nm images were
collected separately. High background obscures visual observation
of phospho-ERK and the mobility shift in the EGF-stimulated lysate.
Accurate Quantification
3 ng
Through the innovative use of infrared fluorescent labeled
antibodies rather than enzyme labels, the Odyssey System
provides a broad, linear dynamic range to accurately
detect strong and weak bands on the same Western blot.
0.37 pg
Two-fold serial dilutions of labeled antibody (6 ng to 0.19 pg) were
spotted on nitrocellulose and imaged in the 700 nm channel.
R2=0.998
pg Protein
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In contrast, the dynamic enzymatic nature of chemiluminescence allows you to capture only a “snapshot” of the
enzymatic reaction and is highly dependent on timing and
exposure, limiting linear range and offering only qualitative
or semi-quantitative results. The accuracy and linearity of
the Odyssey System detection allows you to be confident
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about differences you see in protein levels, and your blots
100
can be archived and imaged again months later, if needed.
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Integrated Intensity
B
D
Two Independent Infrared
Detection Channels
D
C
A
E
A
700 nm Channel Image
F
Two separate lasers and detectors simultaneously detect
both fluorescent signals. The optical system employs diode
lasers and solid-state detectors due to their long lifetimes
and very low maintenance requirements. Infrared laser
excitation outperforms systems that use white light and
filter wheels by delivering higher intensity excitation light
to the fluorophore. A variety of fluorescent dyes and stains
are compatible with the 685 and 785 nm excitation wavelengths of the Odyssey System’s two diode lasers. Spectral
overlap is minimized by the 100 nm separation of the two
detection channels, and optical filtering assures that each
detector measures fluorescence from only one of the infrared dyes.
800 nm Channel Image
G
25 µg
2.5 µg
Overlaid Images
Beams from solid-state 685 and 785 nm lasers (A) are focused to form an
excitation spot on the scanning surface. A microscope objective (B), focused
on the excitation spot, collects light from both fluorescing infrared dyes.
Light from the microscope objective is passed through a dichroic mirror (C)
that splits the light into two fluorescent signals. The fluorescent signals travel
through two independent optical paths and are focused on separate silicon
avalanche photodiodes (D) and detected. In this example, 700 nm fluorescence (IkappaB) is shown in red (E) and 800 nm fluorescence (Tubulin) is
shown in green (F). The two colors were imaged simultaneously in a single
scan and can be displayed separately or together in a single image (G).
* Data courtesy of Dr. Catrin Albrecht, IUF, Germany
EMSA/GEL SHIFT ASSAYS
IN-CELL WESTERN ASSAYS
COOMASSIE-STAINED GELS
DNA GEL STAINING
PROTEIN ARRAYS
TISSUE SECTION IMAGING
Data courtesy C. Kearns, University of Washington
In-Cell Western™ Assay
For Ratiometric Protein Analysis
The In-Cell Western is an immunocytochemical assay
performed in microplate format. Target-specific primary
antibodies and infrared-labeled secondary antibodies are
used to detect target proteins in fixed cells, and fluorescent
signal from each well is quantified. Accuracy is enhanced
and data are more meaningful because proteins are detected in their cellular context.
Adherent
Suspension
Wide Range of Applications
IRDye® Infrared Dye secondary antibodies and conjugates
are optimized for a wide variety of applications, including:
Western Blots: Two-color and In-Gel
Cell-based Assays: In-Cell Westerns™
and On-Cell Westerns
Odyssey Applications
®
Featuring IRDye Infrared Dyes
®
Infrared dyes are a key performance advantage of the
Odyssey System. LI-COR Biosciences pioneering family of
IRDye infrared dyes are synthesized with reactive functional
groups that enable easy covalent coupling to antibodies
and other biomolecules.
In-Cell Western Assay Workflow
Grow Adherent/Suspension Cells
in Microplate
Protein Detection: Coomassie Stained
Gels, Membrane and Slide Arrays
Imaging: In Vivo, Whole Organ and Tissue Section
Nucleic Acids: Mobility Shift Assays,
DNA Gel Staining, Arrays
Microwell Assays: ELISA/FLISA,
Transcription Factors, Protein Arrays
Advantages of the In-Cell Western Assay
Simultaneous, two-target detection enables precise quantification
and accurate measurement of abundance or phosphorylation of
one target by normalization against another target or DNA stain.
Direct detection of proteins in their cellular context eliminates
Fix and Permeabilize Cells, Block
variabilities and artifacts caused by cell lysis. In-cell detection
can provide more relevant results than enzyme assays with
purified proteins.
Primary Antibody Incubation
Near-infrared probes yield high sensitivity for measuring small
changes in protein amount or modification.
Secondary Antibody Incubation
(DNA Staining, if desired)
Analyze multiple targets in 96- or 384-well plates.
Fast, microplate-based assay – lysate preparation, gel loading,
electrophoresis, and membrane transfer are eliminated.
Image and Quantify
Ideal for screening cell treatments or drug candidates for effects
on target proteins.
Western Blotting Accessories
Blot Washer
Operating the LI-COR® Blot Washer is simple. Select a stored wash sequence, press the
Start button, and your Western blots are processed without the constant interruptions
necessary to wash blots manually. For further automation, stored sequences can also
include secondary antibody incubation.
Blot Washer is compatible with most fluorescent and chemiluminescent Western blotting systems, as well as LI-COR Odyssey® and Aerius® Infrared Imaging Systems.
FEATURES:
Automates washes and secondary antibody incubation
LI-COR Blot Washer configured for
washing and secondary antibody
incubation of four blots in incubation
boxes. Shown with optional shaker
(The Belly Dancer®, Stovall Life
Science Inc.).
Eliminates workday interruptions to process blots
Increases throughput
Improves reproducibility
Processes up to four blots simultaneously
Western Cost Comparison
Infrared Detection vs. Chemiluminescence
Cost Savings:
IR Detection
(2 Targets)
Reagents
Secondary Antibody (15 mL)
(Recommended Dilutions:
1:15,000 for IR; 1:2,500 for Chemi)
Chemiluminescence
(1 Target)
Chemiluminescence
(strip and reprobe
for second target)
$0.68
$0.32
$0.64
Chemiluminescent Substrate (12 mL)
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$4.97 (2 mL)
$9.88 (2 mL)
Film (2/4 films/blot)
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$7.48
$14.96
Protein Markers
Odyssey Two-Color Protein Marker for IR (2 µL)
Standard Protein Marker for Chemi (10 µL)
$1.16
$4.68
No charge to
reuse marker
Cost
$1.84
$17.42 (2 mL)
$25.48 (2 mL)
$15.58
$23.64
Extra Cost Per Blot Compared to IR*
*Based on GE Healthcare pricing, April 26, 2010. Assumes 10 x 10 cm blot.
The increased sensitivity of IRDye Infrared Dye labeled reagents reduces
consumption of costly secondary antibodies and protein markers per blot.
Chemiluminescent substrates, film and related labor are completely eliminated.
Calculate your savings at:
www.licor.com/compare
MPX™ Blotting System
The MPX Blotting System is ideal for nearly all multiple-target
Western blot procedures that utilize PVDF or Nitrocellulose
membranes (7 x 8.5 cm). Low-volume channel ports (up to
160 μl) conserve antibody and reduce costs. Twenty-four
channel
ports
are
conveniently
spaced,
staggered,
and
beveled creating an efficient workflow using standard or multichannel pipettes. Forty-eight targets on a single membrane
are possible with Odyssey 2-color detection. The MPX Blotting
System is compatible with many single well, precast gels.
FEATURES:
Screen a single sample and multiple
targets on the same blot
MPX Blotting System and representative Western Blot image
with multiple Primary and Secondary antibody concentrations.
(Pipette not included.)
Screen up to 48 targets with the
Odyssey System (2-color)
Conserves antibody and reagents
MousePOD®
Imaging Accessory
Fits on the Odyssey scanning surface and accommodates
up to three mice
Delivers gas anesthesia to animals via nosecones
(external anesthesia system and rotameter not included)
Regulates air temperature to maintain animal’s temperature
during scanning
Includes Auto Shape tool for Odyssey software to quickly
mark tumors, organs and other regions of interest. Pseudo
color display style helps to quickly isolate regions of interest.
(MousePOD Module Software also sold separately)
MousePOD® (closed)
odysseyimager.com
Published papers referencing Odyssey data
Posters related to the Odyssey System
Upcoming and archived webinars
LI-COR Products and Applications Guide
Odyssey Protocols
Odyssey Software Power Users Guide (video training)
Related Products and Brochures
ƒƒ Odyssey MousePOD® for
in-vivo molecular imaging
ƒƒ In-Cell Western™ Assay
Application Overview
ƒƒ Aerius® Automated Infrared Imaging System
for high throughput In-Cell Western™ assays
ƒƒ Pearl® Impulse Imager Near-Infrared Animal Imaging System
Products and Applications Guide
Check out the Products and Applications Guide for a list of
instruments, reagents and accessories designed for your
infrared imaging needs.
Available online at:
www.licor.com/bio
System Specifications
Laser Lifetime:
40,000 working hours typical
700 Channel Laser Source:
Solid-state diode laser at 685 nm
800 Channel Laser Source:
Solid-state diode laser at 785 nm
Detectors:
Silicon avalanche photodiodes
Scanning Speed:
5-40 cm/s
Resolution:
21-337 μm
Focusing:
Scan bed is movable in the Z-dimension, allowing the
fluorescence detection microscope to be aligned to the top
surface of the glass to obtain the best signal-to-noise ratio
Operating Conditions:
15-35°C and dew point no greater than 20°C
Power Requirements:
Automatic voltage selection at 90-250 VAC and 4763 Hz; 1.1 Amps at 120 V; 200 watts maximum
Dimensions:
37 h x 53 w x 58 d cm (14.5 x 21 x 23 inches)
Weight:
33 kg (72 lbs)
Westerns on the Odyssey System
Better Data, Cleaner Planet
Infrared imaging on the Odyssey System does
not require film, excessive use of fresh water,
or any of the hazardous chemicals associated with film development.
For more details, visit:
www.licor.com/green
Data Storage Capacity:
80 GB
Network Protocol:
TCP/IP
Network Connection:
Cat. 5 RJ-45, 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX
Security:
Password protected access
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LI-COR is an ISO 9001 registered company. © 2009 LI-COR Inc.
Specifications subject to change. LI-COR, Odyssey, Aerius, Pearl,
MousePOD, In-Cell Western, MPX, and IRDye are trademarks or
registered trademarks of LI-COR, Inc in the United States and
other countries. All other trademarks belong to their respective
owners. The Odyssey Infrared Imager, Aerius Automated Infrared
Imager, and IRDye Infrared Dyes are covered by U.S. patents,
foreign equivalents, and other patents pending.
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